Opel Astra 2004 vs Volkswagen Golf 2004

 
Opel Astra
2004 - 2007
Volkswagen Golf
2004 - 2006
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.6 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 105 HP102 HP
Torque: 150 NM148 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.3 seconds12.5 seconds
Opel Astra engine produces 3 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 2 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Despite the higher power, Opel Astra reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.58.1
Real fuel consumption: 7.3 l/100km8.7 l/100km
The Opel Astra is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Opel Astra consumes 1.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that by driving the Opel Astra over 15,000 km in a year you can save 240 litres of fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Astra consumes 1.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf.
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 800 km in combined cycle670 km in combined cycle
960 km on highway900 km on highway
710 km with real consumption630 km with real consumption
Opel Astra gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km470'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volkswagen Golf engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 7 years8 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel Vectra, Opel MerivaUsed also on Seat Leon
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Opel Astra might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: noyes
The Volkswagen Golf engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.

Dimensions

Length: 4.25 m4.20 m
Width: 1.75 m1.76 m
Height: 1.46 m1.48 m
Both cars are similar in size. Opel Astra is 5 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Opel Astra is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 380 litres350 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1330 litres1305 litres
Opel Astra has more luggage capacity.
Opel Astra has 30 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra (by 25 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Opel Astra can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`7401`800
Safety:
Quality:
average

above average
Volkswagen Golf has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Opel Astra has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf, so Volkswagen Golf quality is probably better
Average price (€): 12001800
Rating in user reviews: 7.5/10 8.2/10
Pros and Cons: Opel Astra has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
Volkswagen Golf has
  • more dynamic
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • fewer faults
  • higher ratings in user reviews
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